This slate roofing tile was recovered from the Pentagon after the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. Roofing is one of the largest uses for slate tiles like this one.

In a letter to Clark Hicks of Evergreen Slate, William Good, Executive Vice President of the National Roofing Contractors Association wrote the following:

“In all, the roofing industry contributed more than a half million dollars to the effort – in the form of materials, volunteer labor and cash. It has been a remarkable undertaking, and is the very best evidence of the spirit and generosity of this great industry… (This piece of slate) will, we hope, serve as a reminder not only of the roof project, but of this country’s great determination to rebuild from the horrible events of last September.”

This plaque made from a slate roofing tile remains a symbol of all the hard work put into making the tiles as well as the determination and strength of our country to rebuild.